General

  1. #44

    Teach children to turn off faucets tightly after each use.

  2. #45

    Watch the Home Water Challenge video or use the Home Water Audit Calculator to see where you can save water.

  3. #46

    When the kids want to cool off, use the sprinkler in an area where your lawn needs it most.

  4. #47

    Encourage your school system and local government to develop and promote water conservation among children and adults.

  5. #48

    Play fun games while learning how to save water!

  6. #49

    Monitor your water bill for unusually high use. Your bill and water meter are tools that can help you discover leaks.

  7. #50

    Learn how to use your water meter to check for leaks.

  8. #51

    Reward kids for the water-saving tips they follow.

  9. #53

    Grab a wrench and fix that leaky faucet. It’s simple, inexpensive, and you can save 140 gallons a week.

  10. #54

    Hire a GreenPlumber® to help reduce your water, energy, and chemical use.

  11. #55

    Be a leak detective! Check all hoses, connectors, and faucets regularly for leaks.

  12. #56

    We’re more likely to notice leaky faucets indoors, but don’t forget to check outdoor faucets, pipes, and hoses.

  13. #57

    See a leak you can’t fix? Tell a parent, teacher, employer, or property manager, or call a handyman.

  14. #58

    At home or while staying in a hotel, reuse your towels.

  15. #59

    Make suggestions to your employer or school about ways to save water and money.

  16. #60

    Run your washer and dishwasher only when they are full. You can save up to 1,000 gallons a month.

  17. #61

    See how your water use stacks up to others by calculating your daily water use.